Today we celebrate two of our partners, and Ghana YMCA and Weltfilme.

Ghana YMCA is membership based, non-governmental and non-profit organization that works to transform and develop young people to become productive and responsible citizens.

Weltfilme is a non-profit organization based in Berlin, Germany. They support filmmakers and their work with cooperative projects in developing countries, establish sustainable film training opportunities on site, and strengthen local media landscapes so that a broader audience can access topics of global concern.

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Ghana‘s fast-developing film sector has received a significant vote of confidence from the country’s government as President Nana Akufo-Addo sets plans to introduce a new tax rebate system for film productions.

Under the proposed law, the government will provide a 20% tax rebate for key film projects and offer various financial reliefs, such as import duty exemptions for film production equipment.

Additionally,corporate entities supporting the film sector locally can also benefit from these incentives. The government aims to support the creation of high-quality content, enhance film infrastructure in Ghana, and contribute to the growth of the industry on the continent through the National Film Authority.

Speaking at the State of the Nation address in the parliament of Ghana, President Akufo-Addo said that his “government, through the National Film Authority, is committed to supporting the production of world-class content and films, as well as increasing the cinema infrastructure in Ghana and by extension, on the continent.”

Akuffo Addo added that the incentive “should provide another tangible reason for Ghana to be the choice country for film production.”

Over the past three years, under the leadership of Juliet Yaa Asantewa Asante, the National Film Authority of Ghana has launched a series of ambitious initiatives aimed at positioning Ghana as a leading film hub on the continent. The Authority’s “Shoot in Ghana” campaign garnered considerable attention and drew in international productions like the NFL Super Bowl spot Born to Play. The ad was produced by Danny Damah and Tony Tagoe’s production company, TD Afrique Films (Beasts of No Nation).

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Wonderful to know that the Tiwa Savage produced new film titled ‘Water and Garri,’ which was debuted a few days ago on Prime Video was shot at Cape Coast in Ghana.

Directed by Meji Alabi and produced by Everything Savage and Unbound Studios, “Water and Garri” explores the journey of Aisha (played by Tiwa Savage), an ambitious fashion designer returning to her homeland after a decade abroad. As Aisha navigates familial complexities and confronts past demons, viewers are in for a gripping tale of resilience and self-discovery.

The film which was shot in Cape Coast, Ghana, boasts stunning cinematography and a stellar cast including Mike Afolarin, Andrew Bunting, and Jemima Osunde. Executive director Jimi Adesanya emphasized the film’s commitment to excellence and its portrayal of West African unity, with Tiwa Savage’s significant financial investment underscoring her dedication to the project.

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